KYC/AML Specialist – Financial Crime COE (Bangalore)

About the role

PwC is looking for a KYC Analyst to join its Financial Crime Compliance Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru. You will work on client due‑diligence, sanction screening and adverse media checks, helping organisations meet regulatory requirements and mitigate financial‑crime risk.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct client due‑diligence (CDD) for entities such as banks, trusts, funds and SPVs, verifying identity, source of funds and beneficial ownership.
• Perform initial document checks to ensure completeness and accuracy.
• Research client information using various databases and public sources.
• Assess client risk based on business activities, geography and other factors.
• Execute sanction and adverse media screening using specialised tools.

Required profile

• 3–6 years of experience in KYC, AML or financial‑crime compliance.
• Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks and due‑diligence processes.
• Ability to analyse complex client information and make risk‑based decisions.

Required skills

• Knowledge of KYC/AML principles and regulatory requirements.
• Experience with client risk assessment and sanction screening.

What we offer

• Opportunity to work within a global professional services firm.
• Access to mentorship, wellbeing programmes and inclusive benefits.
• Exposure to cutting‑edge technology and innovative compliance solutions.